Human-like beings, mechanical dogs, and a virtual panda were on display at DeepFest 2025, which started in Saudi capital yesterday. As it symbolizes Saudi Arabia’s efforts to firmly establish itself as an international pioneer in artificial intelligence, the DeepFest is the premier AI event in the entire globe.
The Riyadh International Exhibition and Convention Centre is hosting the event that lasts for four days, until February, 12. The country’s international technology event, LEAP, is held concurrently with DeepFest. Tahaluf is in charge of organizing it, and the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority powers it.
Dr. Esam Alwigait, head of SDAIA’s National Data Center, opened the session. According to Alwigait, DeepFest 2025 will allow people to witness the future develop “before our eyes.” He emphasized Saudi Arabian progress in AI, pointing out that the nation is ranked fourteenth in the last year’s Global AI rankings.
Dr. Alwigait also mentioned Saudi Arabia’s leading position for governmental AI strategy and its swift investments in artificial intelligence.
Saudi Arabia would investigate how artificial intelligence values and rules complement creativity over the course of the following days, he said. He emphasized how artificial intelligence is changing the community, civic communication, athletics, and medicine. AI is more than simply a device; it is a potent force that can solve difficult issues and open up new possibilities.
On the DeepFest platform, the chairman of Boston Dynamics and the developer and administrative head of the AI Institute spoke to the audience. A film of Raibert’s sculptures dancing ballet delighted the crowd. Raibert moderated hopes regardless of the show. He said that robots are just as inept as “doorknobs. ”
Michael Spranger, director of Sony AI, spoke on variation, morality, and innovation in AI. “Although we are an entertainment business today, you could be thinking of Sony as an electronics company,” he stated. He said that over half of Sony’s earnings come from games, movies, and music.
Additionally, Spranger showcased Gran Turismo Sophy, an extraordinary racing driver powered by artificial intelligence. It is currently teaching top esport drivers after perfecting Gran Turismo Sport.
As stated by Spranger, artificial intelligence (AI) is assisting producers in creating better video games, images, and music. Now serving racing fans all around the world, Sophy is a part of the Gran Turismo narrative.
Saudi AI Ambition
The event’s importance in relation to Saudi Arabia’s artificial intelligence agenda was mentioned by the EVP at Tahaluf. According to Annabelle Mander, DeepFest 2025 has reaffirmed how important artificial intelligence is to determining the direction of science and business.
With an estimated 150 presenters and 120 stands, DeepFest 2025 is anticipated to draw over 50,000 attendees worldwide.
Meanwhile, Sunday saw the start of the fourth LEAP 25 tech event in Riyadh. Major funding and beneficial alliances were attracted on the first day. They invested more than $14.9 billion in AI and technology.
Major releases took place on Sunday, according to the Saudi Department of Communications and Information Technology. The country’s dominance in artificial intelligence, cutting-edge technology, and the international cyber industry is intended to be reinforced through strategic alliances and qualitative investments. According to the government, qualitative investments are part of the $14.9 billion in expenditures. It surpasses the $10.9 billion in startup fundraising loops, artificial intelligence, and the system.
